Deciding on a tattoo design

When it comes to deciding on a tattoo, ask yourself the following
questions. What does this mean to me? What am I getting the tattoo
for? Will this image mean something to me ten years down the road?

All too often, in the world of tattoos you see people come in
spur of the whim. But, in an honest opinion tattoos aren’t
something you just do. Take the time to think about what you are
getting, if you plan on getting other work make sure there is a
continuity between pieces so that your body doesn’t look like
a hodge podge of pictures.

If you find that you keep coming back to an idea in your mind,
over and over again. Chances are that it is something that you could
live with. Tattooing is one of many ways to permanently alter your
body. Again, I can’t stress enough that this is something
you will have to live with forever.

While deciding on getting a tattoo, if you find yourself thinking
“ I can just get it removed if I don’t like it.”
Just stop there, not all pigments can break up under the laser.
It is not only a painful process, but will most definitely cost
you thousands of dollars more, than the original tattoo.

Through the past few years, I have found that many “tattoo
virgins” want massive tattoos.
As an artist, I often suggest starting with a smaller piece that
they are thinking of getting later down the line. Starting small
isn’t a bad thing, if you can’t tolerate the pain at
least you can get through the 15-20 minutes it would take to complete
something small, and be proud of the finished product. I can’t
count the times I’ve seen people writhing in pain while under
the needle. Most, don’t even make it through the first hour.
They often leave with line work, and possibly a shade or two here
or there, which in anyone’s mind isn’t attractive.

Looking for inspiration for tattoos is at your fingertips. The
internet is now used by client and artist alike. It provides a quick,
and easy reference. Using search engines such as Google.com, and
Dogpile.com is a good resource for anyone looking for meanings behind
images, or something to reach out and grab you.

If you find an image you like, print it out and bring it into
your local shop. Most artists will be happy to assist you in making
sure your tattoo comes together the way you’d like. One of
the best tattoos, is one where the client gives the tattoo artist
creative control. Most artists, when given the opportunity to express
themselves come up with breathtaking work. Trust your artist, if
you can’t, ask yourself if you are truly ready for this step
in your life.

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